Grotesque Green vs Light Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 11.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Light Blue is more muted, cooler than Grotesque Green.

Can I use Light Blue instead of Grotesque Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Light Blue is more muted, cooler than Grotesque Green.

Can I use Grotesque Green instead of Light Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Grotesque Green is more saturated, warmer.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.